Open Science as Fusion: An Introduction to the Development of AIPP’s New Business Model

"On October 6, 2025, AIP Publishing announced the launch of AIP Fusion, a progressive new business model co-created in consultation with academic libraries and consortia. Having recently articulated a concrete Open Science strategy centered on pragmatic, researcher-focused innovation, developing a new business model was a natural next step in AIP Publishing’s Open Science journey. How could AIP Publishing sustainably move beyond legacy models—Read and Publish, subscriptions-only, and Gold OA-only—toward a transparently derived model aligned with its mission?

The answer lies in a proactively transparent, collaborative approach built on sincere engagement and honest feedback. Join Sara Rouhi, Director of Open Science and Publishing Innovation, as she walks through the genesis of the model, the library and consortia consultation process, key parameters for development, and the resulting framework itself. She will share both the challenges and successes of the process, areas for refinement, and opportunities for continued innovation as AIP Publishing moves forward."